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accessories, Art2Wear, artisan, arts, belts, clothing, fashion, handmade, jewelry, Nashville, occasion, purses, scarves, style
I generally don’t post on the weekend but there’s a fabulous event taking place in Nashville right now that I just had to share.
Yours truly and my better half had the honor of attending the preview gala for Art2Wear. Artists and artisans from all over the country presented their hand crafted jewelry, apparel, and accessories to be sold during the Grand Showcase today and tomorrow. We were treated to cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, serenaded by strolling musicians, and treated to an ever-changing runway of models wearing some of the items available for sale.
Not only did I get to peruse a myriad of truly gorgeous merchandise, I also spoke at length with many of the artists. Their skill and passion for their work really inspired me. The evening went by so quickly that it caught us by surprise when we literally shut the place down. In the coming weeks and months I will be introducing you to some of these wonderful people and talking about the uniquely beautiful things they create – all of which are meant to be worn.
In the meantime, if you live in the Middle Tennessee area I strongly encourage you to go and see the showcase for yourselves. It’s being held at the Student Life Center on Vanderbilt campus, 310 25th Ave. S. from 10-6 today and 11-5 on Sunday. Tickets are $10 in advance and at the door. They can be purchased here.
I’ll leave you with some of the video highlights from last night. You can expect many more photos, interviews, and vendor information in the future.
Linking up with BonBonRoseGirls for Monday Mingle.
AAAAACCCCKKKK ! Coolest thing ever, and I’m so glad you got to go!!! Wish I had been there with you. Looking forward to seeing all …
Off to work, but just wanted to say “cool!” and express my pleasure that you enjoyed yourself!
J
Thank you, Jan! You live relatively close to Nashville. We really must see if you and your husband can come up next time 😉
Dan knows a trip to see you kids is in the future ! We have to have babystitters for the ranch and the pub, all at the same time, but we’ll manage it someday soon!
I had a really great time meeting all those folks and seeing the amazing work they did. I can’t wait to read the posts that you write about them.
Artists are pretty amazing people ans supporting the arts is such a wonderful thing to devote some blog time to. I look forward to seeing more and love the way the color in your scarf works with your shoes….
If the Expo does well they will be back – which is just another reason to bring it to all of you!
OH WOW. You are GORGEOUS, Mizz Alicia. That navy blue suits you to a tee. I wish I had been able to come down. I will definitely make a point to visit next time. It seems like a much more affordable option than Fashion Week Nashville.
It’s actually purple, Megan. It’s the same dress as the picture on the header.
I wish I had gotten more than two days notice because we could have arranged something that included you. Next time I hope more of us can go together 😉
What a strikingly lovely blue ensemble. I am nothing short of smitten with your beautiful shoes – the bow ankle ties are so marvelously sweet.
Thank you so much for your blog comment this weekend. I’m touched to know a friend sent you my way, and am thoroughly happy to make your acquaintance.
Big hugs & joyful Monday wishes,
♥ Jessica
How sweet of you, Jessica! Thank you for your compliments. I look forward to visiting your blog often and I hope you’ll be back as well 😉
Sounds like a fun night to socialize and rub shoulders with the art community. You look pretty and dressed perfectly for the occasion. Those days after college I was dating an artist fresh from college as well but was so talented and I always got lost during functions like this coz they talked art and I was like “Duh?” He’s a real big name back home now and had an exhibition in NYC and LA too a few years back.. oh, well 😉
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Although I’m an artist, too, I don’t think we talked about anything the average person wouldn’t understand. Thank you for always being so complimentary!
You are making me miss all of the summer festivals that go on back home in the US. Here, the only festival we seem to be having is the Festival of Eternal Winter and Rain….
C’mon over; we can go together next time 🙂
Thank you for sharing, my friend.
I love everything you are wearing, and the shoes are beyond cute.
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Thanks so much, Sacramento!
Sounds like a fabulous event and your scarf is so lovely!
Thanks, Kristin. It was such fun and I have lots to share with my readers about it in upcoming posts!
Love the scarf and the dress–you paired them nicely. Hope you had a nice Memorial Day.
Thank you, Nicole. I spent the day working on a dozen things but it was nice all the same!
Cute shoes!!!! Looks like a fun evening! Have a great week!
You too, Pam, thanks!
What a nice event! I love seing all the craftman, lots of beeautiful things!
Love to see you and hear you, nice idea the video!
Ariane x
Thank you so much for watching the video and I appreciate your compliments very much! I want people to know that just because you have a disability doesn’t mean you shouldn’t interact with the world 😉
You look stunning in blue! Love your dress and the scarf was a nice touch.
-Jenny
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Thanks, Jenny!
Oh my–how fabulous!! wish I was a few hundred miles closer!! can’t wait for your write-ups!!
And you looked mighty fab yourself!!
I’m working on my editorial calender right now! Thanks for your compliments.
Beautiful scarf. As a hat lvoer, I get to meet so many crafters and I love handmade artistry.
Thank you, Kathleen! The scarf is a print from Alphonse Mucha’s “Documents Decoratif”. He’s my favorite artist.
I got to meet with a lovely milliner at the show and we will be working together in the near future.
So cool! Can’t wait to see the pieces and read more about the artists 🙂
Soon, but tomorrow a surprise that involves you Miss Caity. 😉
Ooh, I’m excited! 🙂
I am taken with your scarf and how beautifully you draped it to show the pattern. And the shoes! Perfect for the event that you described. Looking forward to seeing and hearing more about Art2Wear.
What a beautiful outfit for the event. You look great!
You look absolutely gorgeous in this pic. Love your “fashionista supports” how decorative and creative. I want you to know you truly inspire me.